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6/26/03
7:00PM
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(Experimental trailer): A song and bouncy graphics about that morning wonder, a piece of toast. [30 sec]
Filmmaker Bio - Penny Perkins
In addition to writing, producing, and directing corporate, educational, and independent films and commercials, Penny Perkins is also a longtime member of Upstate Independents (UI). A Board member for the past four years, she served as UI’s president from 2000-2002 and ushered the group into an unprecedented era of growth and professionalism. In 2002, Ms. Perkins formed McPerkins.com, a multimedia communications firm specializing in digital video production and DVD portfolio creation. Recently, McPerkins.com was named as the official videographer for the Alliance of Technology and Women. Currently, Ms. Perkins is in the midst of post-production on several digital media projects, including Tom Mercer's "The Face of the Enemy," a stand-alone section of a feature film, where she served as actor, assistant camera, crew, and editor. She is also in the midst of producing "Viva Las Vegans," a documentary about Veganism, the practice of not using animals or animal products for food or clothing.
About Upstate Independents
Upstate Independents, a salon of the Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers, is a network of over 130 Capital Region independent filmmakers, screenwriters, actors, and media artists. Meetings are open to the public, and both amateurs and professionals are welcome. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Arts Center of the Capital Region, located at 265 River Street in Troy, New York. The phone number there is (518) 273-0552. The not-for-profit organization's website is www.upstateindependents.net. For more information about Upstate Independents, contact Jeff Burns at (518) 366-1538.